Due to a need for more space, we have partnered with Nocterra Brewing Co. as our starting and ending location. There will be a great post-ride party with a wide range of activities and entertainment. Every rider will receive a $5 coupon from Nocterra Brewing Co.

We will offer a 30 mile route with a shortcut if needed and a family friendly trail ride, making it accessible for riders of all ages and skill levels.

All routes will be marked and Ride with GPS files will be provided a few days before the ride. Paper cue sheets will also be available. There will be leads and sweep riders to ensure no one gets lost!

Note: Riders planning to do the 30 mile route, need to be able to ride an an average pace of 10 mph. Riders who cannot maintain that pace, should plan to ride one of the shorter options.

All participants must register online!

$50 - Regular Registration - May 1 - July 31, 2026*

$60 - Late Registration - August 1 - September 12, 2026*

$70 - Day of Ride - September 13, 2026

*SAVE $5, per rider, with our Family/Group registration for 4 or more riders!

Registration includes:

T-shirt (if registered by July 31st) - Late registrations do not include a t-shirt.

$5 Nocterra Brewing Co. Voucher

Rider Bib - Must be worn to receive assistance or rest stop snacks

Fun post-ride party at Nocterra Brewing Co.

Raffle Ticket

Marked Routes

Route Map/GPS Route File

Support Vehicles

Repair Services

Rest Stops with High Energy Snacks, Water and electrolites.

Rider Insurance

Leads and Sweep Riders

Professional Event Photos

Membership in Yay Bikes!

Monthly Yay Bikes! Newsletter

Registration does not include:

Jersey (you can purchase during registration or at a later date)

Lunch & Beverages (can be purchased at Nocterra Brewing Co.)

Children

Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by a registered adult rider.

Children 13-17 pay ½ adult registration and must be accompanied by a registered adult rider.

Note: Children’s registrations do not include t-shirts or $5 Nocterra Brewing Co. Vouchers.

Sponsorships help us cover the expenses associated with holding our event. All event profits will be used towards bicycle advocacy and education in the central Ohio area.

Frame Sponsor - $500

This level entitles you to six registrations for Bike the Cbus and recognition on our social media, event t-shirt and jersey. A discount code for the free tickets will be sent to the email associated with the sponsorship purchase for distribution.

Wheel Sponsor - $250

This level entitles you to four registrations for Bike the Cbus and recognition on our social media, event t-shirt and jersey. A discount code for the free tickets will be sent to the email associated with the sponsorship purchase for distribution.

Spoke Sponsor - $100

This level entitles you to two registrations for Bike the Cbus and recognition on our social media and event t-shirt. A discount code for two free tickets will be sent to the email associated with the sponsorship purchase for distribution.

We will have a fantastic raffle! All paid adult registrations will receive one raffle ticket. You can purchase additional tickets online or at packet pickup. Prizes will be drawn after all riders depart. Make sure to check to see if you won anything when you return to Land Grant Brewing Co. after the ride. Winners must pickup their prizes by 3:00 pm or forfeit them.

This event is run and organized by Yay Bikes! A cycling advocacy and education organization in Columbus. The funds raised from this ride support Yay Bikes! initiatives and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to local bicycle co-ops that serve our community.

8:00 am - Onsite Registration and Packet Pickup Opens. Nocterra Brewing Co. will be open to purchase coffee/tea.

9:00 am - 30 Mile Group Ride Departs

10:00 am - 10 Mile Group Ride Departs

Riders may choose to ride on their own and leave earlier or later but must check in first and depart no later than 10 am.

11:00 am - 3 pm Riders Return to Nocterra Brewing Company. Post-ride party at Nocterra Brewing Co. where $5 vouchers can be used.

Food trucks serving cold treats will be available.

Refunds

Bike the Cbus does not offer refunds on registration for any reason regardless of personal circumstances or weather conditions.

Transfers

Transfers of registrations may be done online through Eventbrite.com. Yay Bikes! is not responsible for accommodating transfers beyond that.

Packet Pick-Up will begin at 8:00 am the day of the ride.

Packet pickup will be available on Friday night, September 11th at Nocterra Brewing Company from 5-7 pm. T-shirts, jerseys and additional raffle tickets will be available!

Yay Bikes! will have a SWAG table at the ride with extra t-shirts, jerseys, water bottles, multi-tools, etc. for sale.

Pre-Ordered Merchandise

Must be picked up by noon on the day of the ride, or it will be sold.